Neuro-oncology is a rapidly evolving multi-disciplinary field, which involves the medical, surgical and radiation management of adult and pediatric patients with primary and metastatic brain and spinal cord tumors. In addition, modern molecular neuropathology and neuroradiology concepts are essential for accurate diagnosis and classification. This five-day CME course, the Asia-Pacific Neuro-Oncology CME Conference, is designed to provide an international audience with a comprehensive review of the diagnosis and management of adult and pediatric patients with primary and metastatic brain and spinal cord tumors and neurologic complications of cancer.

Learning Objectives

Upon completion of this activity, participants will be able to:

Evaluate, diagnose and treat adult and pediatric patients with primary and metastatic central nervous system tumors

Appreciate the role of biomarkers in the diagnosis and treatment of brain and spinal cord tumors

Recognize and address neurological complications associated with cancer and new cancer therapies

Discuss the role of palliative and supportive care in neuro-oncology

Target audience

This course is targeted to health care specialists involved in the care of adult and pediatric neuro-oncology patients (oncologists, radiation oncologists, neurosurgeons, neurologists, neuroradiologists, and neuropathologists).